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Late last year, I heard a story about a 69-year-old Iowa retiree who believed he’d found a friend online. They talked for months, sharing personal stories and building trust. Then came the pitch: a...

Iowans deserve a government that responds to real-world challenges. Whether it's a Main Street business buried under duplicative red tape or a senior trying to recover their life savings after a...

Iowa consistently ranks as one of the safest states in America — and we’re #1 in the country for public safety outcomes. That’s no accident. We back the blue, look out for our neighbors, and hold...

What if the same vacuum that cleans your floors, hallways, and bedrooms was quietly collecting data that could end up in the hands of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)? That’s the concern...

Iowa’s economy runs on hard work — whether it's farmers in the field or factory workers on the line. But that work depends on something most people never see: rare-earth minerals that power...

Sky-high energy costs and D.C. red tape are driving up housing prices — and it’s putting the dream of homeownership out of reach for too many Iowans.  Zoom in: Nearly 40% of Iowa renters spend more...

Every day, Iowa's law enforcement officers hug their kids, kiss their loved ones goodbye, and head out the door knowing they may be putting themselves in harm’s way to keep communities safe. It’s...

I’ve served in combat alongside heroes who returned home with lasting injuries. For many of them, the toughest battle didn’t happen overseas — it happened back home, fighting a system that failed to...

In just a few months, America will celebrate its 250th birthday — a powerful reminder that service, liberty, and justice are still at the heart of what makes this country great. Those same...

For too many Iowa families, health care has become a high-stakes balancing act — with rising costs forcing tough choices between prescriptions, telehealth visits, and the rural providers they depend...

Merry Christmas and happy holidays! As we celebrate this holiday season, Kelly and I are taking time to reflect on the blessings in our lives — our faith, our family, and the honor of serving such...

Iowans know better than anyone: when something goes wrong and you’re not sure how to fix it, there’s always a neighbor who can — and who’s willing to lend a hand.  When something doesn’t work with...

Iowa’s small businesses are the backbone of our economy — but too often, Washington focuses on helping big firms on the coasts while Main Street gets left behind.   Why it matters: When investment...

From farmers buying seed online to seniors managing their bank accounts at home, technology is reshaping how Iowans handle their money — and scammers are taking advantage of the gaps in our laws...

One of my favorite parts of this job is helping Iowans cut through Washington’s red tape and get real answers. Whether it’s assisting families with Medicaid, fixing a lapse in Social Security...

Fentanyl doesn't discriminate. From adults my age to kids my sons’ age, this poison is now the leading cause of death for Americans ages 18 to 45 — surpassing car accidents, cancer, and chronic...

Health care touches every Iowa family — whether it’s a routine checkup, an unexpected emergency, or a monthly prescription. Yet too many Iowans are paying more while getting less. Zoom out: Since...

This weekend, Iowa — and our nation — was shaken by heartbreaking news.  A terrorist attack in Syria claimed the lives of two Iowa National Guard soldiers and a U.S. interpreter supporting their...

Raising a family in Iowa has real advantages — strong schools, tight-knit neighborhoods, and a deep-rooted sense of community. We work hard, live within our means, and plan for the future. The...

As a 20-year combat veteran, former intel officer, and current Air Force Reserve Colonel, I’ve spent my life serving alongside the men and women who keep our nation safe. Every branch of America’s...